This stay buys panoramic views and extensive spa facilities, though it is unsuitable for families travelling with children under fourteen or pets
Booking decision
Best for
An intimate cliffside retreat featuring an expansive hydrotherapy spa, Bay of Biscay views from every room, and complimentary breakfast.
Think twice if
Travelling with pets or children under 14 years old, as both are strictly prohibited on property.
Which room to choose
4 options| Room option | Verified differences |
|---|---|
| Superior Horizon | King Size beds; Sea view; Sleeps 2; 1 bathroom; 45 m²; Air conditioning |
| Akelarre Ocean Suite | Two single beds or 2 twin beds; 1 bathroom; 100 m²; Air conditioning |
| Junior Suite with Balcony | 2 twin beds and 1 king bed or two single beds; Sea view; Balcony; 60 m² |
| Panoramic Junior Suite | Furnished terrace |
Availability and stay conditions vary by date.
Verified questions and details
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
No, the hotel is not suitable for children under the age of 14. Additionally, please note that pets are strictly prohibited at the property.
What are the check-in and check-out times at the hotel?
Check-in at the hotel begins at 15:00, and guests are required to check out by 12:00.
What dining and wellness facilities are available on-site?
The hotel features a 3-star Michelin restaurant and a bar-restaurant with terraces. For wellness, guests have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a spa that includes a hydrotherapy circuit, Turkish bath, sauna, and three treatment cabins.
What amenities are included in the rooms?
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, and a hairdryer. In-room entertainment includes TVs measuring at least 42 inches, with some suites featuring 48-inch screens. The Akelarre Ocean Suite also includes a private indoor/outdoor heated plunge pool.
The practical side
Check-in, parking and location access
Standard check-in opens at 15:00 and check-out runs until 12:00 midday. The hotel offers free private parking on site. Given the isolated hillside position on Mount Igeldo outside the flat city centre, travellers arriving via transit can arrange an airport shuttle service directly through the hotel. The hotel sits 10 minutes by car from downtown San Sebastián and 25 minutes from San Sebastián Airport, with Bilbao, Biarritz and Pamplona airports 1 hour away.
Breakfast, dining and restaurant spaces
Guests receive complimentary breakfast as part of their stay, eliminating daily morning dining surcharges. The hotel facilities include a spa and a bar-restaurant with terraces. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning between 08:00 and 10:30.
Rooms, views and summer comfort
Every room and suite features direct panoramic views across the Bay of Biscay and includes climate-controlled air conditioning for summer comfort. Higher-category suites offer outdoor living spaces, including terraces in Junior Suites and a private 5.5-square-metre heated indoor/outdoor plunge pool in the Akelarre Ocean Suite.
House policies, age limits and restrictions
The property is strictly not suitable for children under 14 years of age; bookings for families with infants or younger children cannot be accommodated.
Spa, pool and wellness facilities
The wellness centre includes an indoor pool fitted with a hydrotherapy circuit, alongside a Turkish bath, sauna, and three individual treatment cabins. Active wellness facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre on site, while outdoor leisure centres on a communal rooftop terrace looking out over the coast.
Good to know before booking
The hotel is accessible, featuring wheelchair-accessible facilities.
